Must visit if you are a fan of Le Corbusier. I visited on a Sunday and did not need to book a tour to access the building which was what I had thought from the website. I think they allow access everyday now, but could be worth checking before visiting. It was free. You may access a few floors, The rooftop and get a coffee or food at the hotel that has a cafe or buy an architecture book at the book shop. The place is fantastic in real life and has really been taken care of and appreciated by the Commune which I find often rare. Highly recommend.

Amazing building by Le Corbusier just off the city center. You can book a tour through the Marseille Tourist Office (15€ in January 2023) where you'll be able to visit one of the apartments as well as the public areas of the building. If not, you can register at the entry and visit the 3rd, 4th and 9th (rooftop) floors. There is a restaurant/entry to the Hotel Le Corbusier on the 3rd floor. Recommended for architecture enthusiasts.

Must visit. Check out the rooftop terrace and have a coffee or drink in the restaurant / cafe on the 3rd floor.

This was a very cool thing to visit. It's so interesting how this apartment complex is built. It's like a city. It has stores, banks, hotels and restaurants. It's a very unique look at an abnormal way to live. You can visit the 3rd, 4th and the rooftop for free.

Did not have the chance to go inside. However, just admiring the exterior and reading on the internet was sufficient to appreciate the work done here. The habitation bar has a very brutalist style with its fully concrete structure. Yet, the addition of the colour plates makes this much more sympathetic and alive than it would otherwise be.

(Translated by Google) Too disappointed with the hotel. It is good to keep in its own juice as they say, but this is a bit too! Run down and not very clean. Catastrophic bedding. Shabby breakfast. Only positive point the view from the roof (Original) Trop déçu par l hôtel. C est bien de garder dans son jus comme ils disent ,mais là c est un peu Trop!vétuste et pas très propre. Literie catastrophique. Petit dej miteux. Seul point positif la vue du toit

Lovely experience. We went on a sunday. The 3-4 and 9th floor were open, as well as the bar. I definitely recommend to drink something at the 3rd floor and enjoy the view to the city. The only thing I disliked on the 9th floor (rooftop) is that small people can’t see anything. The walls are too high!!

(Translated by Google) Tramp sites (Original) Sites de clochard

Visiting a building by Le Corbusier is always a treat. In this case there were a few let downs. The third floor is the 'shopping area'. You can't really get an idea on how living there really looks like. On the roof there is a restriction on visiting some interesting areas....

(Translated by Google) The radiant city is one of the demonstrations of the genius of Le Corbusier. This building is a real citadel "to live". Here everything is grouped together housing, shops but also doctors' offices, nursery school and daycare, architectural firms. The place is in superb condition and the building is still used in the same way as Le Corbusier wanted. The view over Marseille on the 9th floor is magnificent. A guided tour is possible but also a free visit. The advantage of the guided tour is that you can see a show apartment. I really enjoyed this place, I would have liked to buy a book from the bookstore but the price was quite substantial. The people at the reception were pleasant and welcoming. And the safety rules are well respected. I advise recommend to visit this place. (Original) La cité radieuse est l'une des démonstrations du génie de Le Corbusier. Cet immeuble est une véritable citadelle " à vivre ". Ici tout est regroupé les logements, les commerces mais aussi les cabinets de médecins, l'école maternelle et une garderie, des cabinets d'architectes. Le lieu est dans un superbe état et l'immeuble est toujours utilisé à la même manière que le souhaitais Le Corbusier. La vue sur tout marseille au 9ème étage est magnifique. Une visite guidée est possible mais aussi une visite libre. Le plus de la visite guidée cest que lon puisse voir un appartement témoin. Jai vraiment apprécié cet endroit, j'aurais voulu acheter un livre à la librairie mais le prix était assez conséquent. Les personnes à la réception étaient agréables et accueillantes. Et les règles de sécurité sont bien respectées. Je conseiller recommande de visiter ce lieu.

(Translated by Google) a must in Le Corbusier, and a beautiful view of Marseille. (Original) un incontournable de le Corbusier, et une belle vue sur Marseille.

(Translated by Google) I have family who live in this place (Original) J'ai de la famille qui habite cet lieu

Very informative and somewhat inspiring to see an icon of architectural education... in situ.

(Translated by Google) Knowledge of this work cannot be dissociated from the testimony of Lilette RIPERT, teacher of the nursery school and first resident of the Cité Radieuse in Marseille (INA archive France Culture broadcast on May 24, 1990) (Original) La connaissance de cet ouvrage ne peut être dissociée du témoignage de Lilette RIPERT, institutrice de l'école maternelle et première résidente de la Cité Radieuse à Marseille (archive INA diffusion France Culture le 24 mai 1990)

(Translated by Google) Impressive. (Original) Impressionnant.

(Translated by Google) Site completely abandoned, the original lampposts are in poor condition, the garden is not maintained, the road is in poor condition. I fill the residents with goodwill of the place because it should not be easy every day with the trustee (Original) Site complètement à l'abandon, les lampadaire d'origines sont en mauvais état, le jardin n'est pas entretenue, la route e' mauvais état. Je plein les habitants de bonne volonté du lieu car cela ne doit pas être facile tout les jours avec le syndic

(Translated by Google) A unique place visited with a guide, which allowed access to a witness apartment. Definitely worth a visit in Marseille. (Original) Un lieu unique visité avec une accompagnatrice, ce qui a permis d'accéder à un appartement témoin . Vaut vraiment le détour dans Marseille .

Quite the construction. Must see. Mind-blowing brutalist design. It says I'm here. Deal with it.

(Translated by Google) Guided tour of the radiant city: a very rewarding experience well presented, in which I discovered several architectural techniques to optimize the space! The visit ends with the presentation of the roof from which we have a superb view of Marseille, I recommend! (Original) Visite guidée de la cité radieuse : une expérience très enrichissante bien présentée, dans laquelle j'ai découvert plusieurs techniques architecturales pour optimiser l'espace ! La visite se conclut sur la présentation du toit depuis lequel on a une superbe vue de Marseille, je recommande !

Stunning brutalist icon

(Translated by Google) Many places are not open, the experience is average (Original) 很多场所没有开，体验感一般

(Translated by Google) An interesting place to visit, a very pleasant view from the roof terrace. However the building lacks maintenance, damage. (Original) Un lieu intéressant à visiter, une vue très agréable depuis le toit terrasse. Cependant le bâtiment manque d'entretien, dommage.

(Translated by Google) Appreciable when there is nobody (aka tourists) to bask in the shade of the concrete and observe the blue sky, generally. In addition, next to it, the Magalone garden for splashing around in the fountain (again, if everyone is at the beach). A museum is upstairs but closed the 2 times I have been there. The loose of the lawn .. (Original) Appréciable quand il y a personne (aka touristes) pour se prélasser à l'ombre du béton et observer le ciel bleu, généralement. En plus, à côté, le jardin de la Magalone pour barboter dans la fontaine (encore une fois, si tout le monde est à la plage). Un musée se trouve en haut mais fermé les 2 fois où j'y suis allé. La loose de la pelouse..

Finally visited the cradle of modern architecture...dream come true!

Great architecture and concept from Le Corbusier. He thought of everything for the inhabitants of this building: art, outdoor play, childcare, work etc. Check out the balcony at the Le Corbusier hotel! Did you know that De Bijlmer in Amsterdam was inspired on this?

(Translated by Google) This building is wonderful! To visit absolutely (Original) Ce bâtiment est merveilleux ! A visiter absolument

Nice place to visit. Incredible building all in concrete. Built to be a social project of community living.

Must see building of Le Corbusier, residents and people at the reception are very friendly .

A must for Le Corbusier friends and architecture lovers

It's an absolutely wonderful attempt at Le Corbusier's genius. A utopian idea that he was able to realize and the building is still standing and functioning 80 years after its design and manages to impress and take your breath away

If you are interested into architecture - its a must! The building is incredible. We didn’t manage to get a guided tour - that requires booking in advance. But even without you can see the building from outside, visit the lobby, floor no 3,4 and the roof top - incredible view!

This landmark building is an architectural lesson by itself; from the abstract concrete volumes to the smallest woodwork detail, it conveys modernism in its purest form. There's also a coffee shop with a terrace on the 3rd floor.

Went by car, found a place to park easily on the parking of the building. It is wonderful to see it if you have the time, but it is not a must. We spent around ten minutes analyzing and taking photos and that's it. Still, nice to pay respect to such an art piece.

As a lover of brutalism and mid century modernism this was a pilgrimage for me, to visit one of Le Corbusier's triumphs. Though shunned when first designed and built, it is now an absolute gem. Genius can take a long time to be recognised. I will add many more photos to this when I get home and get my camera photos downloaded. Now the building is a French National Monument it gets the respect and support it deserves. We booked a tour named Cite Radieuse with the Marseille City Tourist Office. It was in French, so some of the more detailed bits were hard to.understand but we were given a printed guide and our tour guide took the time to explain some things to us. Her name was Camille and she was fantastic. You start outside with some background about Le Corbusier and a history of the building. Then it's inside where the guide picks out some architectural details, perfect for the photographer. Then it's up to a tour of an apartment that's been kept in the original 1950s style. Wow!! There were so many individual design details that were incredible, from the kitchen area, to the staircase, the shower was like on a spacecraft! The radiators underneath the loggia by the balcony doors. Bookcases built into the wall, storage areas, the flow of the apartment from sleeping area to play area. Breath taking design. Then it's around the commercial areas, with beautiful corridors, everything having its place, with more beautifully aesthetic design touches that had form, function and restraint. Finally we were taken to the roof, and shown the children's playground, the running track around the edge, the exhibition space and the mini open air theatre. The views were incredible too. This was one of the most incredible tours I've ever taken. Yes, I love the subject, but the guide still had to make it a worthwhile experience and at this, she excelled. Frankly, a life enhancing tour. I'm still smiling several hours later.

I love the architecture of Le Corbusier a lot. This place is wonderful!

I understand this is a masterpiece that made a difference in the history of architecture. However, as hard as I try, I can’t get to like this type of buildings. Consider that it is a bit out of the way from most attractions in Marseille, and all you can see is the façade, as it’s an apartment building.

Wow. that's how you want to live. unique fusion of wood, metal and concrete.

If you are visiting Marseille you must visit one of the most iconic places of the architecture. This building was designed by Corbusier. Some levels are open to the public for appreciating the space, likewise you can up stairs to enjoy the view. It's free.

(Translated by Google) To have (Original) A voir

(Translated by Google) very interesting and innovative urban intervention by Le Courbousier from the 1950s, attention to every detail from the furniture to the common areas on the terrace. Not to be missed (Original) intervento urbanistico di Le Courbousier anni '50 molto interessante ed innovativo, cura di ogni dettaglio dall'arredo agli spazi comuni sul terrazzo. Da non perdere

(Translated by Google) A discovery that I had been waiting for for some time ...! (Original) Une découverte que j'attendais depuis quelques temps...!

(Translated by Google) Characteristic building in architecture by Le Corbusier (Original) Bâtiment caractéristique en architecture par le Corbusier

Un incontournable pour les amateurs ou passionnés d'architecture design et, depuis peu les inconditionnels fans de l'artiste Invader

Le concept pour l époque était révolutionnaire et ingénieux dommage.que ça ne sait pas développer dans le bon sens j ai adoré à refaire merci ma fille pour cet après-midi sublime

Accès gratuit au bâtiment

A place that can't be ignored by architecture students. It fully reflects the design ideal of Le Corbusier and shows us his unique talent.

(Translated by Google) Superb building (Original) Bâtisse superbe

Piece of art on housing for present and future. Very well modeled on how we can efficiently use a piece of land to build a community based living. Everything in one place, such a relief to live here without getting out in the traffic to drop off kids or enjoy a cup of coffee or meal with your loved ones. Hopefully the future developers implement this great idea to spread the modern architecture

Perfect place to stay while visiting Marseille!

Historic and great place to go get a coffee

The infinite beauty of architecture.

Great for half a day’s visit. The website says you have to book to visit but this is not true, you are able to go to the 3rd (shopping/hotel street), 4th and 9th (roof top) by visiting the reception. I do believe you have access to more areas if you do book.

Great Place to visit in Marseille! A lovely coffe place in the 3rd floor with a great view and sweet staff!

This is a must see location for anyone that is interested in architecture. We were allowed to visit the hotel and roof after signing in.

(Translated by Google) I studied at the fine arts in Marseille, I used to take this route, which is not the most direct, to get there, just to see it for a few seconds! In the 1980s, the trees gave a slightly clearer view of Boulevard Michelet! I had the opportunity to visit other works of the great Le Corbusier, but the Cité Radieuse makes me vibrate like no other, nostalgia for past youth? (Original) J'ai fais mes études aux beaux arts de Marseille, il m'arrivait de prendre cette route, qui n'est pas la plus directe, pour m'y rendre, juste pour l'apercevoir quelques secondes! Dans les années '80 les arbres laissaient une vue un peut plus dégagée du boulevard Michelet ! J'ai eu l'occasion de visiter d'autres réalisations du grand Le Corbusier, mais la cité Radieuse me fait vibrer comme aucune, nostalgie de la jeunesse passée?

A real must visit if in Marseille, or indeed if you just care about or like buildings and the contexts in which they get made and by whom. We tend to know more about the architect in question here, than those who carried out his vision. I didn't take a detailed guide although I'm sure the construction history is also fascinating. The building itself is a joy to be in. Every angle reveals something new. Oh and after all that exploring, a visit to the cafe is most definitely in order. On a mid week afternoon we had it practically to ourselves.

(Translated by Google) The radiant city, work of LeCorbusier, a city within the city whose facilities are worth a visit! (Original) La cité radieuse, oeuvre de LeCorbusier, une cité dans la cité dont les aménagements valent la visite !

Rooftop amazing. Free entrance.

(Translated by Google) Fantastic realization of the greatest architect of the '900 (Original) Fantastica realizzazione del più grande architetto del '900

(Translated by Google) It is very original to see (Original) C est très original a voir

(Translated by Google) This historical place is worth seeing. (Original) Warto obejrzeć to historyczne miejsce.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting. Put Le Corbusier's creation in perspective. (Original) Très intéressant. Remet la création de Le Corbusier en perspective.

(Translated by Google) Free parking, a must-see for architecture enthusiasts (Original) Parking gratuit, lieu incontournable pour les passionnés d'architecture

(Translated by Google) A milestone in the architectural history of residential construction. Open to the public free of charge 3rd + 4th floor + roof. Despite ongoing private use. Brilliant! (Original) Ein Meilenstein der Architekturgeschichte des Wohnungsbaus. Öffentlich kostenlos zugänglich 3.+4.OG + Dach. Trotz laufender privater Nutzung. Genial!

(Translated by Google) Mandatory visit in Marseille. And above free. (Original) Visita obligatoria en Marsella. Y encima gratuita.

(Translated by Google) Interesting (Original) Interesante

(Translated by Google) Beautiful architecture, a source of inspiration for several other architects. (Original) Une belle architecture, source d'inspiration de plusieurs autres architectes.

(Translated by Google) nice view (Original) belle vue

(Translated by Google) A monument of modern architecture! It is an absolute reference. Being quite skeptical on board this concept, seeing it in real life does not leave you indifferent. You can better understand the intentions of Corbusier by visiting for yourself. You can't go to Marseille without going there! (Original) Un monument de l'architecture moderne ! C'est une référence absolue. Étant de prime à bord assez sceptique sur ce concept, le voir en vrai ne laisse pas indifférent. On saisit mieux les intentions du Corbusier en visitant par soi-même. On ne peut passer à marseille sans s'y rendre !

(Translated by Google) Extremely well (Original) Extrêmement bien

(Translated by Google) The experience of visiting, seeing live, walking and appreciating one of the most important works of Le Corbusier and therefore of the history of architecture, is wonderful. However, its conservation status is marked, like that of almost all the works that I have visited by this architect in France. It is a shame that architecture is judged by the life of the author and not by its importance and genius. Sad to see the state of doors, corridors, large windows and the abandonment of its large garden terrace. I love France, I admire it and yet once again it disappoints me and it has always been about Le Corbusier. (Original) La experiencia de visitar, ver en vivo, andar y apreciar una de las obras más importantes de Le Corbusier y por tanto de la historia de la arquitectura, es maravillosa. Sin embargo es trsite su estaso de conservación, como el de casi todas las obras que he visitado de este arquitecto en Francia. Pena que se juzgue la arquitectura por la vida del autor y no por su importancia y genialidad. Triste ver el estado de puertas, pasillos grandes ventanas y el abandono de su gran terraza jardín. Adoro francia, la admiro y sin embargo una vez más me decepciona y siempre se ha tratado de Le Corbusier.